Viola hederacea

Common Name: Native Violet

Description:
Viola hederacea, commonly known as Native Violet, is a delicate yet resilient Australian ground cover that thrives in Melbourne gardens. This low-growing, spreading perennial features small, rounded green leaves and charming violet and white flowers that bloom for most of the year, with peak flowering in spring and summer. It is an excellent choice for creating a lush, carpet-like effect in shaded areas, along pathways, or between pavers. Native Violet prefers moist, well-drained soil and performs best in part shade to full shade, though it can tolerate some sun if kept well-watered. It is a low-maintenance plant that benefits from occasional trimming to encourage dense growth. Ideal for cottage gardens, rainforest plantings, and as an understorey plant in shaded beds, Viola hederacea is also a great choice for pots and hanging baskets.

Form:

• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: 5 - 10cm
• Width: 50cm - 1m

Aspect:

• Part Shade
• Full Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Violet
• White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Australian Native
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Drought Tolerant once established
• Suitable for Hanging Baskets

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Ferns
• Hellebores
• Dichondra Silver Falls
• Lomandra species
• Native grasses